The best spot for Kitesurfing in LA! Leo Carrillo and Nicholas Canyon are good Malibu spots just a few miles south, and Belmont Shores in Long Beach is best for beginners.” – Gretta Kruesi
This is my hometown spot. A steady SW sea breeze all spring, warm waters, white sandy beaches, & friendly locals. Air Kiteboarding & OliNah are two local shops worth checking out.” – Gretta Kruesi
The Outer Banks are epic for Kitesurfing, & home to the Triple-S Invitational, w/ butter flat water on the sound, & waves on the ocean. Perfect conditions for riders of all levels!” – Gretta Kruesi
The Keys are the best spot for flat, Caribbean-clear water for Kitesurfing without leaving the US.” – Gretta Kruesi
The West Coast’s most popular kite playground – especially in July & August. Wind, sliders, waves, mountain biking, skate parks – everything for the summer adrenaline junkie.” – Gretta Kruesi
If you love to ski or snowboard, you’ll love snow kiting! There are lots of snowfields & lakes in the area perfect for it. Go late in the season (Jan/Feb), to ensure packed snow.” – Gretta Kruesi
Like most famous kite spots, Cabarete was a windsurfing destination before kiters took over. Spring & summer offer the most consistent winds. LEK is the go-to shop for lessons.” – Gretta Kruesi
This spot is known for its gusty winds and is worth checking out for the novelty of kiting under the Golden Gate Bridge. Just be careful of wind shadows and barges!” – Gretta Kruesi
A little camp spot w/ warmer temps than the bay & strong winds in the flats all summer. There’s a guy who will take you upwind by boat a few miles & follow you back for just $30!” – Gretta Kruesi
This remote island is a kitesurfer’s paradise. Beautiful weather, waves & flat water. Spot a Cabrinha Kite w/ Virgin written on it & you may see Sir Richard Branson kiting past!” – Gretta Kruesi
The boys of Nitro Circus traveled to Central America to create an extreme sport retreat. If you like everything at your fingertips & coaching from the pros, this is the place.” – Gretta Kruesi
Naish is great for easy launching and direct access. The close-by Kite Beach is better for pros.” – Gretta Kruesi
Perth sits on the Western Australian coast, and is an internationally known Kitesurfing spot. Brighton Beach, in particular, is prime during their summer (our winter) months.” – Gretta Kruesi
This spot has a perfect set up for riding, including a grassy launch w/ electric pumps, rifts upwind, rails, jet skis & more. Plus, stay right next door at Waterman’s Retreat.” – Gretta Kruesi
Fiji is home to world-class waves surfing, Kitesurfing and water sports of all kinds. It’s a pilgrimage every wave rider should make.” – Gretta Kruesi
This is my favorite wave spot on Maui. Just south of Ho’okipa, it’s an advanced spot, and you may want to wear booties to get past the reef. Definitely worth the ride!” – Gretta Kruesi
